Plaskett Creek Campground

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Sand Dollar Day Use
PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND
Sand Dollar Day Use

Featured amenities

Parking Parking
Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Restrooms Restrooms

About Plaskett Creek Campground

Plaskett Creek Campground offers a beautiful location just minutes from Sand Dollar Beach, one of the largest and most popular beaches in central California. The campground gives visitors access to a variety of outdoor activities, including water play and exploration of the surrounding hills and forests. The family-friendly campground offers comfortably equipped sites, allowing anyone to enjoy a relaxing stay in the Los Padres National Forest.

Available sites

38 total sites

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Swimming

Swimming

Summer
Water Activities

Water Activities

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Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Pet friendly Pet friendly
Restrooms Restrooms
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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38 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 006, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 010, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 012, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 015, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 020, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 021, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 022, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 023, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 024, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 025, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 026, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Full shade
⛺ 027, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Full shade
⛺ 028, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Full shade
⛺ 029, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Full shade
⛺ 030, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Full shade
⛺ 031, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Full shade
🚐 032, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 033, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Full shade
⛺ 034, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Full shade
⛺ 035, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Full shade
⛺ 036, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ 037, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ 038, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ 039, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Full shade
⛺ 040, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Full shade
⛺ 041, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Full shade
⛺ 042, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly
⛺ 043, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Full shade
⛺ GS1, Loop: PLAS Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly
⛺ GS2, Loop: PLAS Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly
⛺ GS3, Loop: PLAS Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly

Reviews

1152 reviews

Summary

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Plaskett Creek Campground offers a beautiful, peaceful setting just a short walk from Sand Dollar Beach, making it a great spot for camping. Many visitors praised the friendly camp hosts and the spacious, scenic environment, ideal for families and pets. However, the campground faces criticism due to the lack of potable water and restroom facilities, with porta potties being the only option, which some found unsatisfactory.

Based on guest feedback

4.3

Overall rating

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4 stars 19.2% (221)
3 stars 10.8% (124)
2 stars 4.2% (48)
1 star 4.9% (56)

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Robert S

Verified

October 30, 2025 Stayed at: 032, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

My firewood and hatchet got stole the first day when I was out. People suggested Iinform the camp host. She had a notion who it might be so I asked that person if he actually saw anyone take the wood. He described the car which led me to the campsite where the wood was. The man was very apologetic and returned wood and hatchet. I went to tell the host about the turn around and mentioned that if the host still clipped the names and dates on each camp site post, maybe this wouldn’t have happened. She immediately got angry and said I was wasting her “time off” (7:15 in the evening). The next day I left a note that I would return to my reserved campsite that night. When I returned, the note was gone and so was the wood. I always thought a host was available at all times.Evidently not! BTW, the outhouses were sparkling

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Martin D

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October 29, 2025 Stayed at: 024, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

Great except no water in toilets, only portapotties. If it wasn't for that it would be awesome, but I love it here.

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Martin D

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October 29, 2025 Stayed at: 024, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

Great except no water in toilets, only portapotties. If it wasn't for that it would be awesome, but I love it here.

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Carissa P

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October 28, 2025 Stayed at: 043, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

Beautiful site and friendly host. Our favorite part was a hike in Limekiln Park just north of the campground and was recommended to us by the host. We should have been better prepared for the fog and mist though! Everything got very wet including our tent and we had to pack it up damp the last day and air it out at our next stop. Beautiful location though.

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Carissa P

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October 28, 2025 Stayed at: 043, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

Beautiful site and friendly host. Our favorite part was a hike in Limekiln Park just north of the campground and was recommended to us by the host. We should have been better prepared for the fog and mist though! Everything got very wet including our tent and we had to pack it up damp the last day and air it out at our next stop. Beautiful location though.

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Jeff P

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October 21, 2025 Stayed at: 024, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

A delightful retreat situated immediately off the PCH but quiet and peaceful thanks to the reduced traffic this year. A distinct slope means that just about all of the sites offer a challenge for tent campers to find a level area but this is Big Sur and the slope is part of the fun.
Portable toilets have replaced the permanent washrooms, they are cleaned daily and serviced weekly so no complaints but it would be nice to see the proper facilities brought back into operation.
Our hosts were friendly and helpful when "on duty" , firewood is available and campfires permitted. There are always walk-in / cycle-in sites available despite the "camp full" signs that adorn the gates.

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Jeff P

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October 21, 2025 Stayed at: 024, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

A delightful retreat situated immediately off the PCH but quiet and peaceful thanks to the reduced traffic this year. A distinct slope means that just about all of the sites offer a challenge for tent campers to find a level area but this is Big Sur and the slope is part of the fun.
Portable toilets have replaced the permanent washrooms, they are cleaned daily and serviced weekly so no complaints but it would be nice to see the proper facilities brought back into operation.
Our hosts were friendly and helpful when "on duty" , firewood is available and campfires permitted. There are always walk-in / cycle-in sites available despite the "camp full" signs that adorn the gates.

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Shane W

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October 13, 2025 Stayed at: 039, Loop: PLASKETT CREEK CAMPGROUND

It's a nice campground in a beautiful location on the California Central Coast. The only draw back is the limited amount of flat tent spaces.

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Location & Directions for Plaskett Creek Campground

, Big Sur, CA 93920 United States

Elevation: 118 ft

Getting There

Hwy 1 is TEMPORARILY CLOSED from the Monterey area

From San Luis Obispo, travel north on Highway 1 for approximately 65 mi to the campground.

Nearest town

Big Sur, CA - 34 mi

About 52 min to downtown

Highway access

Plaskett Creek Campground is accessible via Highway 1, approximately 65 miles north from San Luis Obispo.

Near Pinnacles National Park

The closest entrance is: West Entrance

Approximate drive: 49.9 mi · over 1 hr (86 min)

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Nearby destinations


Last updated: October 24, 2026

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Nearby city: Salinas, CA

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Elevation: 354 ft

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